The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Clayton and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Clayton
Within 30 miles of Clayton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Clayton, and other nearby bases include Concord (22), Walnut Creek (9), and Antioch (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Clayton Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 1.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
Closest matches for Clayton: ADRIUM service solutions (12.5 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); White Crow Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Concord, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VOLTA Heating, Air Conditioning & Appliance Services (12.1 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Clayton
Most dryer calls in Clayton come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Clayton Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Clayton, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Clayton and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Clayton
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Clayton technician which parts to bring.